Master of Social Work (MSW)

Develop a foundation in generalist clinical social work and specialized study with the online Master of Social Work (MSW) from Aurora University. Through 1,050 hours of field instruction, you’ll have the opportunity to apply theories to real-world situations. Customize your learning experience with a specialization in Addictions, Child Welfare, Forensics, Gerontology, Health Care, Leadership Administration, Military and Veteran, or School Social Work. You may also pursue an MSW/MBA or MSW/MPA dual degree option. Each class is taught by faculty members who have real-world experience and instructors in the MSW program use open educational resources in place of traditional textbooks for some courses, reducing the cost of required textbooks. Graduates from the MSW program work as clinical social workers, health care social workers, marriage and family therapists, social service administrators, forensic social work practitioners, community leaders, and in nonprofit leadership roles. Begin your journey today with one of Chicagoland’s first CSWE-accredited online programs.